Walls, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walls, Mississippi had a total population of 1,426, the 160th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $58,920, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Walls Quick Facts
How Walls Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,392 | 1,426 | +2.4% |
| Median household income | $54,375 | $58,920 | +8.4% |
| Median home value | $160,800 | $193,300 | +20.2% |
How Walls Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Walls Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in DeSoto County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southaven | 56,226 | $78,483 | 12.6% | $236,300 |
| Olive Branch | 47,019 | $100,606 | 4.6% | $290,000 |
| Horn Lake | 26,647 | $53,311 | 19.0% | $171,400 |
| Hernando | 17,949 | $76,950 | 8.8% | $315,900 |
| Bridgetown | 3,195 | $139,224 | 1.0% | $344,500 |
| Lynchburg | 2,161 | $88,750 | 7.1% | $222,300 |
| Eudora | 620 | $89,391 | 8.2% | $263,900 |
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | 10.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Walls
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelahatchie | 1,423 | $56,322 | $158,200 | 25.1% | 15.0% |
| Ecru | 1,550 | $65,000 | $196,700 | 23.5% | 16.1% |
| Glendale | 1,257 | $56,818 | $158,400 | 19.1% | 30.1% |
| Lexington | 1,350 | $48,417 | $88,500 | 24.9% | 22.7% |
| Rawls Springs | 1,499 | $47,022 | $88,900 | 10.2% | 7.3% |
Population Overview
Walls is a small community located in Mississippi, within DeSoto County. The total population is 1,426. It ranks as the 160th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walls is 35.4 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walls is $58,920. This is 4% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $193,300. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 47.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Walls is Black or African American, making up 66.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (66.3% vs 36.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walls, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Walls, Mississippi?
Walls, Mississippi has a population of 1,426 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walls, MS?
The median household income in Walls is $58,920, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walls, MS?
The poverty rate in Walls is 16.2%. This means approximately 231 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walls, Mississippi?
Walls's population is 32.1% White, 66.3% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walls, MS?
The median home value in Walls is $193,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Walls, Mississippi?
20.5% of adults (25+) in Walls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.